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Child Maltreatment: The Role of a Dental Professional

COURSE NUMBER: 599

Franklin D. Wright, DMD, D-ABFO; Jennifer Johnson, JD; Jeanette MacLean, DDS, Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, FAAPD, FPFA, FACD

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

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This course is not board approved for Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Welfare Act 31.


This continuing education course will provide information on child maltreatment and outline the responsibilities of dental professionals in the...

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Overview

This course is not board approved for Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Welfare Act 31.


This continuing education course will provide information on child maltreatment and outline the responsibilities of dental professionals in the recognition, reporting, and treatment of such cases. For students taking these courses, both courses should be completed. As healthcare providers, you are obligated to understand these topics and report, as appropriate.


Warning: This course contains content that some may find disturbing.


Pennsylvania Dental Professionals: This course is not approved for Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Welfare Act 31. Click here for a list of Act 31 Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting CE providers.


Dental Students: This is part 2 of a 2-part continuing education series. “Intimate Partner Violence and Elder Abuse: The Basics” is the first course. For students taking these courses, both courses should be completed. As healthcare providers, you are obligated to understand these topics and report, as appropriate.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Oct 23, 2019

  • Last Revision Date:

    Mar 27, 2023

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Mar 26, 2026

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    155

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Identify the possible signs and symptoms of child maltreatment as they might present in the context of dental health care.
  • Develop strategies for gathering facts from the child if appropriate.
  • Recognize legal obligations of dental professionals to document and report suspected child maltreatment.
  • Identify the treatment that dentists should provide to children believed to be the victims of maltreatment.
  • Recognize ways the dental profession can help reduce child maltreatment.

Disclaimers

  • P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.

  • Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice.  Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.


Note:  Registration is required to take test.


Pennsylvania Dental Professionals: This course is not approved for Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Welfare Act 31. Click here for a list of Act 31 Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting CE providers.

Author(s)

This course was revised in 2023 with the assistance of the CornerHouse Training Services, CornerHouse, 2502 10th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

• Dr. Wright reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. He has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

• Jennifer Johnson reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

• Dr. Jeanette MacLean reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Franklin D. Wright

Franklin D. Wright

DMD, D-ABFO

Dr. Wright has been practicing forensic odontology since 1985. He is a past president of the American Board of Forensic Odontology (ABFO). He is a Fellow in the Odontology Section of the American Academy of Forensic Science and a Member of t...

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Jennifer Johnson

Jennifer Johnson

JD

Jeanette MacLean | dentalcare.com CE author

Jeanette MacLean

DDS, Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, FAAPD, FPFA, FACD

Submission Information

Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Submission For credit transfers to appear in your AGD account in real time, make sure to add your AGD membership number in the field provided on the “Share Your Test Score” page.


CE Broker For all states that use CE Broker for licensure, “proof of completions” are electronically reported the first of every month. If a course was taken in November, the “proof of completion” will be submitted the beginning of December.

Recognition

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Approved PACE Program Provider

THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY


Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.

Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.


8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

Provider ID# 211886

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AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.